We’ve all heard of the age-old debate between vegans and meat-eaters, but what happens when love is thrown into the mix? Meet our hungry hero, who lives with his vegan girlfriend. They share cooking duties, with each cooking three nights a week and ordering takeout on the seventh night. While our protagonist usually prepares separate vegan and non-vegan dishes on his nights, he’s recently started adding meat to his girlfriend’s vegan creations… just for himself. But when she discovers his culinary additions, she’s not too pleased. ️
The Cooking Arrangement

His Solution to Hunger

Her Vegan Masterpieces ️

Adding Meat to the Mix

Not a Big Deal? ♂️

The Culinary Conflict Begins

Tolerating His Meaty Ways

His Offer to Cook

Her Vegan Vision

Why Not More Vegan Options?

Craving Simplicity and Satisfaction

Not a Fan of Tofu or Beans

Her Reasons for Simplicity

Vegan vs. Meat-Eater: A Tale of Culinary Conflict ️
So, our hungry hero finds himself in a culinary conundrum. He’s been adding meat to his girlfriend’s vegan dishes to satisfy his hunger, but she’s not too happy about it. She wants them to share 100% vegan meals on her cooking nights, without him resorting to meat as a “cop-out.” He’s offered to cook for himself, but she insists that’s not the point. With both parties feeling misunderstood, the kitchen has become a battleground. But what does the internet think of this meaty dilemma? Let’s dive into the top responses!
NTA. OP’s girlfriend is trying to control his eating choices.

Hungry boyfriend adds meat to vegan girlfriend’s meals, NTA.

Respectful omnivore respects vegan girlfriend’s dietary choices.

NTA. Respect partner’s dietary choices but communicate about your own needs

Vegan girlfriend not meeting protein requirements, NTA for adding meat

NAH, but communication is key. Compromise with vegan sides.
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NTA for adding meat to girlfriend’s meals, but communication is key

Vegan girlfriend won’t eat non-vegan meals, NTA calls her hypocrite

NTA for cooking meat for yourself, but communication is key

Veganism vs. meat-eating debate ends in a draw.

Partner accommodating vegan girlfriend, but facing controlling behavior.

Vegan partner won’t make filling meals, adding meat is wrong.

NTA. Girlfriend may have expected to convert OP to veganism.

Vegan girlfriend’s closed-mindedness causing tension in relationship. NTA.

Confused commenter questions vegan girlfriend’s problem

Is she being hypocritical? NTA for adding meat.

Vegan meals not filling enough, adding meat or protein reasonable?

Is the girlfriend controlling or just looking out for herself?

Former vegetarian says NTA for adding meat to own plate

Vegan girlfriend wants 100% vegan meals, boyfriend adds meat. NTA?

Veganism debate heats up with pushy vegans vs. meat-eaters

Adding meat as a side dish: NTA or insensitive?

Helpful advice for a hungry boyfriend of a vegan girlfriend

Respectful communication about dietary preferences leads to NAH situation

NTA. Girlfriend criticizes non-vegans and complains about modified meals. ♂️

Vegan of 6 years suggests adding vegan proteins to meals

Adding meat to vegan meals: acceptable or insensitive?

Vegan approves of meat addition to meals, no harm done

Vegan girlfriend not reciprocating, NTA for adding meat.

Misleading title aside, NTA for compromising on dietary preferences

Vegan girlfriend’s diet policed, commenter says NTA.

Partner adds meat to vegetarian meals, NTA according to commenter

Compromise is key in relationships, even with dietary restrictions.

Meat-eater vs. vegan: NTA or inconsiderate?

Hungry boyfriend defends adding meat to vegan girlfriend’s meals.

Fair point, if she expects you to accommodate her, reciprocate equally.

Former vegan defends adding meat to girlfriend’s meals. NTA.

Fairness in sharing meals, NTA for adding meat.

Eat what you want! NTA wins this meal debate.

When your girlfriend’s vegan and you just want a burger

Meat-loving boyfriend respects vegan girlfriend’s choice. NTA ❤️

Adding meat to vegan meal: NTA or just hungry?

Vegetarian approves of meat in girlfriend’s meals. NTA wins.

NTA adds salt too? Vegan girlfriend may be pushing agenda.

Respectful acceptance of different dietary preferences

You deserve to feel full after a meal

NTA comment gets straight to the point

NTA. Partner’s attempt to control diet is a red flag

Respectful compromise: cooking separate meals for different dietary preferences.

Boyfriend adds meat to girlfriend’s vegan meals. Is it justified?

Respectful boundaries in relationships
